Temporary Learning Assistant - Elbow Valley Elementary School

Rocky View Schools; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Temporary Learning Assistant to support students' diverse needs. This role is vital in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, assisting with individualized plans, and promoting student independence. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and experience in behavior management, ensuring that all learners can thrive. Join a dynamic team committed to educational excellence and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students at Elbow Valley Elementary School.

Benefits

6% vacation pay

Professional development opportunities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience with students with challenging behavior.
• Training in behavior management or willingness to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personalized learning plans and medical needs.
• Support students with personal care activities and promote independence.

Skills

Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Educational Assistant Certificate

CPR/First Aid Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 28,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS invites applications for a temporary, full-time (30 hrs/wk) Learning Assistant position starting May 20, 2025 until June 27, 2025 at Elbow Valley Elementary School. The Learning Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the diverse needs of learners within the classroom, school, and community settings throughout Rocky View Schools (RVS). Reporting to the Principal, the Learning Assistant collaborates with teachers to adapt and implement programs for students with complex needs, with a focus on promoting their health, learning, and independence.

Elbow Valley Elementary School is located in Springbank (on the western edge of Calgary) and serves French Immersion and English students from grades K-4. For more information regarding this school, please visit their website at .

Responsibilities Include

• Provides assistance to students as identified in their individualized plans including those students
  
  

who require additional types of supports such as personal, medical care, and safety needs

• Implements and reinforces strategies as directed by the teacher(s) and identified in student
  
  

Personalized Learning Plan (PLP), Individualized Program Plans (IPP), Behaviour Support Plans

(BSP), safety plans, and medical plans, in programming for the diverse needs of students

• Records observations and other data on behavioral challenges and creates records that can be
  
  

used to support positive behavior strategies for students

• Participates in collaborative planning meetings for IPP’s or SSP’s as requested
• Provides assistance with preparation of individualized program materials under the direction of
  
  

the classroom teacher/student support teacher

• Actively promotes student learning and independence
• Facilitates interaction among students with special needs and their peers
• Respects confidentiality and maintains privacy of information related to students and personnel
• Supports students with routine personal care activities such as toileting, movement, personal
  
  

hygiene, eating, drinking, and feeding

• Assists in exercising, adaptive physical education, range of motion programs and fine and gross
  
  

motor skills development as directed by a specialist and monitored by a teacher

• Supports students’ medical needs as directed, including assisting the student with transfers, tube
  
  

feeding and managing tracheotomy needs, oxygen, catheterization, administration of prescription

Education/Experience

medication, and other routine medical requirements

• Educational Assistant Certificate or a certificate/diploma in a related field
• Training in preventative/de-escalating behaviour, or willingness to become certified
• Minimum one (1) year experience working with students with challenging behavior and applying
  
  

positive behavior supports is considered and asset

• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to become certified is considered an asset
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Demonstrated ability to deal with a variety of complex and sensitive issues professionally and in
  
  

a timely manner

• Demonstrated ability to carry out the plans and directions of teaching staff to assist students
• Ability to build and maintain rapport with students and staff
• Ability to adapt to dynamic situations, while successfully managing a high level of stress
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative team settings
• Excellent multi-tasking, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of child development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications
  
  

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 6% vacation pay
• As this is a temporary position there is no employer paid sick time, pension, or benefits
• Rocky View School employees who are ineligible for employer paid benefits may access the supplemental benefits package at their own cost
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free Parking
  
  

Pre-employment Requirements

• The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position
  
  

Open to: Internal and External applicants

Salary Range: $23.87 - $28.99 hourly rate

How To Apply

We request all applications be placed through .

Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.

Quote Job Code: #3937859

Closing Date: On or before May 7, 2025 by 4:30 pm MST.

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.

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